Festival Turns Tragic as Man Is Killed in Afikpo Community
Nkechinyere Ewa A tragic incident on Sunday morning shattered the festive mood in Amangbala, Ohaisu community of Afikpo Local Government Area, Ebonyi State, leaving one man dead. The victim, simply identified as Peter, was killed following a disagreement with a villager known as Daniel, during preparations for the community’s revered Iko Ohaisu festival. According to…
Omga007Repositioning Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN) for Enhanced National Security : Exploring The Case Against State Police In Nigeria
By Akubo A. Akubo Foremostly, Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN) is the most organised yet-to-be full State actor in the security architecture of Nigeria, but an amalgamation of most Community-based organisations and States Vigilante Services, incorporated under the Laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. However, despite the fact that Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN)…
Canada Empowers Nigerian Women : NAWOJ and Global Affairs Showcase Joint Initiatives
Yesterday, 28th of November,2025 Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ )and other partners joined Global Affairs Canada for the Presentation of Canada Investing in Women and Girls: Sights and Sounds in Nigeria. The presentation held at the Abuja Continental Hotel provided an insightful overview of Canada’s strategic efforts to promote gender equality and empower women…
Groups Honour Late Comrade Prof. Bene Madunagu, Unveil Endowment Fund to Advance Her Lifelong Causes
By Edem Ekpo The Girls’ Power Initiative (GPI) in collaboration with the Socialist Library and Archives (SOLAR) on Wednesday hosted a memorial symposium in Calabar to mark the first anniversary of the passing of celebrated scholar, feminist and social justice advocate, Late Professor Bene Madunagu. The event drew activists, academics, family members and long time…
Wike Brags About Tinubu’s Satellite Town Development
By Remi Johnson ….says Variation May Delay Gomani Road Completion Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr Nyesom Wike, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to the development of satellite towns in the Federal Capital Territory, remain unprecedented. Wike stated this during inspection of the ongoing Pai – Gomani road project in Kwali…
Niger Govt Urges Beneficiaries of Ruga-Ruga Pepper Farm Initiative to Use Empowerment Tools Effectively
The Niger State Governor, Farmer Umar Mohammed Bago, has called on beneficiaries of the Tinubu/Bago Ruga-Ruga Pepper Farm Initiative to make judicious use of the empowerment items provided to them. The governor, represented by his Special Adviser on Political Matters, Nma Kolo, made the appeal during the graduation of 50 women farmers and the integration…
NUJ FCT Chair, Grace Ike honoured with Excellence in Media Leadership & Advocacy Award
It was a moment of pride and reflection on Saturday as the Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council, Comrade Grace Ike, was honoured with the “Excellence in Media Leadership and Advocacy Award” by the School of Communications and Media Studies, Learn To Live Business School UK (LLBSUK). The Award formed a…
Celebrating A Gentleman and Mentor Hon Emeka Opara
By Joy Omagha Idam Happy birthday to an amazing mentor and big brother, Dede Emeka Opara! You’re more than just a role model – you’re a guiding light who sheds wisdom and laughter wherever you go. Your ability to break down complex problems and offer sage advice is truly inspiring. I cherish your mentorship bond…